Renowned for his classic car and modern art collections, Paul Michaels has announced the creation of luxury meeting and event spaces at his Hexagon Classics Showroom in North London. The three new event spaces that now surround his collections create a truly unique atmosphere for both business and personal events. V8 Room The V8 Room […]
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New event space: Hexagon Classics launches the Engine Room
Westminster Boating Base joins Westminster Venue Collection
Westminster Venue Collection has welcomed Westminster Boating Base as its newest member venue. After an incredibly challenging year for the events industry, the collection of London venues is witnessing a steady growth in enquiries from both event planners and prospective new member venues. Joining the consortium, Westminster Boating Base is a unique, spacious venue with unparalleled views across […]
UK heatwave: You can now cool down on the River Thames with Bateaux London
As temperatures soar, many Brits are turning to social media with handy tricks to cool down. Everything from placing ice bowls in front of fans to create make-shift air conditioners and putting bed sheets (and even underwear!) in the freezer. But just because The Met Office has issued its first ever extreme heat warning, doesn’t […]
QEII cartoon series injects humour into re-opening campaign
The QEII Centre, London, has created a humorous cartoon series to help ease the business meetings and events sector back into live events and celebrate the joy of meeting face-to-face once again. The leading conference and events venue commissioned cartoonist Will Kevans to create the exclusive comic strip, which takes a light-hearted view of re-integration […]
Bateaux London reopens and welcomes new waterfront bar, The Pier
Dining cruise experience, Bateaux London, has reopened its doors and launched its new waterfront bar, The Pier. Bateaux London offers evening cruises for diners on Friday and Saturday, as well as Sunday afternoon roast dinners, accompanied by live jazz music. The venue also provides hospitality for weddings, corporate events and private celebrations. Guests will board […]
Venue Lab signs exclusive partnership with WeWork
Venue Lab (a Broadwick Group Company) has made two spaces available to hire for the very first time at two Central London WeWork locations. Presented in conjunction with WeWork, The Chapel at Aviation House (pictured) and 16th Floor at 10 York Road have been designed to strike the perfect balance between corporate and private event […]
EVENTS & MEETINGS REBOOT: IET London: Savoy Place reports a surge in enquiries
In our on-going series of articles talking to venues and event companies about the road back to live events and meetings, we speak to the team at IET London: Savoy Place about their options for virtual, hybrid and ‘in-person’ events… When are you expecting your venue to open for events? We’re closely following the advice […]
MEETINGS & EVENTS REBOOT: Strong demand for summer parties at 116 Pall Mall
In our on-going series speaking to venues and event companies about the return of live events, we catch up with Kate Dean, Marketing Manager at 116 Pall Mall… When are you expecting your venue to open for events? We are currently already open for socially distanced meetings and intimate weddings, (as well as our lovely […]
EVENTS & MEETINGS REBOOT: Events @ No6 joins Venues of Excellence
As many venues prepare to reopen their doors for business, Venues of Excellence launched a six-month membership offer to give venues an extra sales and marketing boost. Events @ No 6 opened its doors in 2019 as an innovative new venue in the bustling Aldgate, in the City of London with facilities for 2 to […]
EVENTS & MEETINGS REBOOT: Summer culture beckons on the River Terrace at Somerset House
From May, the River Terrace at Somerset House will be open for events, culture and corporate hospitality. As well as enjoying the architecture and views, guests can immerse themselves in the surrounding culture with the exhibitions taking place at London’s working arts centre. From June 1st – 27th the London Design Biennale is in town, […]
EVENTS & MEETINGS REBOOT: New space at the Museum of London Docklands
The Museum of London Docklands has announced the latest addition to its venue portfolio with the launch of the Riverside Room. The new space is now available to book for events taking place once the museum reopens in May, in line with Government guidance and with social distancing measures securely in place. Housed within one […]
JUNE 21ST EVENTS REBOOT: Twickenham predicts Indian Summer for events
Twickenham Stadium is predicting increased activity around summer events, with enquiries for summer parties and receptions gaining momentum already in 2021. The venue is also seeing pitch-side experiences being booked throughout an elongated summer, including the previously slower month of August, running right into September. “Like many businesses within the industry, we’re seeing a lot […]
JUNE 21ST EVENTS REBOOT: Royal College of Music now available for hire
The Royal College of Music (RCM) in South Kensington will be opening its doors to venue hire following a £40m investment. Spanning two and a half years, the project has seen a transformation of the world-famous conservatoire, which will be available to hire for events from July 2021. Clients will enjoy a wide range of […]
Somerset House launches team-bonding packages
With Zoom and Teams calls having lost their appeal and the desire to meet with colleagues for face-to-face conversations increasing, London’s working arts centre Somerset House is bringing a sense of community back to the world by launching an antidote to the lack of human business interaction. Deputy head of commercial events Kara Clark said: […]
Lobby Bar at The London EDITION re-opens
The Lobby Bar at The London EDITION has re-opened in the heart of Fitzrovia. The perfect destination for those looking for something a bit fancier, after tiring of their local pubs and bars, Lobby Bar’s team of expert bartenders have returned to serve up a selection of EDITION’s favourite cocktails including the Clearer Colada made […]
Skylight launches igloo bubbles for autumn dining
Known for its panoramic views across London’s skyline, Skylight has announced a solution to the social distancing measures put in place for autumn and winter. From Thursday (October 8th), Skylight’s sunny terraces will be transformed into an autumnal haven of warm igloo-bubbles, designed to keep out the cold and keep people safe as they enjoy […]
Stationers’ Hall wins £7.5m refurbishment approval
A £7.5 million project for Stationers’ Hall, which has been in the planning for five years, has the approval of Historic England. Work will begin on Stationers’ Hall in Ave Maria Lane, a Grade 1 listed building adjacent to St Paul’s Cathedral, in November. The Hall will reopen in early 2022. It will bring modern-day […]
VENUES: Imperial Venues, Imperial College London
Imperial Venues, Imperial College London, offers more than 100 flexible event spaces in South Kensington. Spaces range from a Grade II listed townhouse with private courtyard garden to modern meeting rooms, classrooms and lecture theatres. Event organisers can take advantage of Imperial’s professional event services, including in-house catering, superb audio-visual equipment, full event management and […]